Transportation Passes for Foreign Residents Serena Kim If you're a foreign resident in Japan looking to explore more of the country, this article might pique your interest. Did you...
Planning Japan's 2024 Cherry Blossom Projections Kim Bergström One of the most anticipated times of the new year is the release of projected sakura blooming dates from the Japan Meteorolog...
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan-Inspired Culture & Nature Trips Kim Bergström As Japan gears up to welcome an influx of visitors for the EXPO 2025 OSAKA, KANSAI, JAPAN, the spotlight shines not only on t...
Guide to PASMO Cards Serena Kim PASSMO PASSPORT was discontinued in 2024, but previously issued ones are still valid to use. Table of contents What is a PASM...
Transportation What is a Help Mark Badge in Japan? Emi Takahata A "Help Mark" is a tag that people can carry to signify that they may need support. People with disabilities or those who nee...
Goshuin: The Perfect Traditional Souvenir From Japanese Shrines and Temples Liz Ong Harajuku’s Meiji Jingu Shrine, Asakusa’s Senso-ji, and Kyoto’s Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine—-the...
Culture 5 Spirited Away Locations You Can Visit in Japan Serena Kim Explore the breathtaking beauty of Spirited Away locations, from its iconic red bridge and magnificent hot springs to its thr...
Culture 9 Things to Do in Tokyo for Introverts Kim Bergström If you're an introvert planning a trip to Tokyo, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed by the idea of navigating such a b...
Transportation How to Access Shiramine by Bus Susan May Shiramine is an ancient village deep in the mountains of Hakusan City. Learn how to catch the bus and easily access this beau...
Culture 5 Floating Torii Destinations in Japan Kim Bergström Japan is home to a myriad of shrines in all corners of the country, and they're marked by torii gates at their entrance. At s...
